In summer, our skin needs extra attention as it dries out the skin and makes it look dull and wrinkled. To overcome this situation in summer you need summer face packs that can help you restore the lost glow.
Further, if you have combination skin then you need to be careful with products available in the market as they are mostly for oily and dry skin. However, no need to be worried as you can prepare your own summer face packs for combination skin to treat both oily as well as dry areas.
What is Combination Skin?
Combination skin is the kind of skin wherein a certain part of the skin is dry and certain parts would be oily. This type of skin is completely different from common skin types like normal, oily, dry, combination, and sensitive.
Combination skin is the most prevalent skin type, hence people with this type of skin are mostly advised to try using various products for different regions of the face to keep the skin balanced.
You’re most likely to have combination skin if you have:
- Your T-zone is usually greasy and shiny.
- Have noticeable pores, uneven skin tone, and pimples.
- Your cheeks are dry.
- You have dry skin in the winter, and your skin tends to get oily during the summer.
Summer Face Packs For Combination Skin
1. Banana Face Pack
Bananas are a superfood that will turn dull skin into glowing skin. These are packed with antioxidants and Vitamin A which is essential for healthy skin. Further, it has antioxidants zinc and manganese, which are anti-inflammatory. Apart from helping soothe dry skin, bananas can be used to treat various skin conditions, including acne.
In order to make the banana face mask mash ½ of the ripe banana in a mixing bowl and add in a dash of milk. Then add in ½ tablespoon of honey and mix well. Now apply and let it sit for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
2. Cucumber Face Pack
Cucumber’s excellent anti-inflammatory properties can help soothe the skin and give you glowing and blemish-free skin. Formulated with 96% water, it is extremely hydrating. Cucumber hydrating water balances your complexion for days when the skin is extra dry.
Cucumbers are high in nutrients such as folic acid and caffeic acid. These work well together to strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier by increasing collagen production while providing several benefits, including the reduction of discoloration, fine lines, and wrinkles. It’s also packed with anti-inflammatory properties, which are useful in treating acne and sunburned skin.
Take ¼ cucumber and grate the cucumber to form a pulp. Now, add in 2 tablespoons of yogurt and mix well until combined. Now, apply and let it sit for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off with warm water
3. Papaya Face Pack
Papaya has natural bleaching properties which will help you lighten those dark spots and acne marks. Its high content of water and works from the inside out. Including a healthy amount of this fruit will leave your skin moisturized and smooth.
Papain, an enzyme found in papaya, is used to enhance collagen secretion when applied topically. Collagen is a main component of the skin that keeps it looking healthy and plump.
Further, papaya is packed with antioxidants like lycopene and vitamins C and E. Antioxidants protect your skin from environmental damage, which may help your skin look younger and more vibrant over time.
Mash ¼ cup of ripe papaya in a mixing bowl and add 1 teaspoon of honey. Now mix well until combined. Apply, and let it sit for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
4. Watermelon Face Pack
Watermelon contains moderate amounts of lycopene. It’s a powerful antioxidant and there is some evidence that Lycopene is anti-androgen and has been linked to decreasing IGF-1 which could make Watermelon ‘anti-acne’.
Applying watermelon on your face can help reduce pore size and oil production. Since watermelons have high water content, they are great for dry skin. Applying watermelon on the skin is great for anyone with dry and dehydrated skin. The vitamin C present in watermelons helps you give not just soft but glowing skin.
Trying out this face pack during summer helps bring a glow to the face and freshness, given the heavy intensity of heat.
Take about 2 tablespoons of cucumber and watermelon juice and mix in about 1 teaspoon of yogurt. Blend it into a smooth paste. Apply, and let it sit for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off with cold water.
5. Sandalwood Face Pack
The natural oils present in sandalwood help to get rid of a sun tan. It also helps to soothe sunburn and has a cooling effect, reducing the redness caused due to sunburn.
Further, sandalwood has a soothing effect on inflammation caused by pimples and acne. This pack comprising sandalwood and rose water is best to bring glow and radiance to the face. Given the heat waves all around and the dull skin tone, this is best to bring a natural glow and freshness to the face without any effort.
Mix the sandalwood powder with the rose water to form a paste. Apply, and let it sit for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off with cold water.
